December 2012

VOLUNTEERING AT THE FOREST GARDEN

Volunteering at Moulsecoomb Forest Garden Project isn’t just about gardening. Working with us is the perfect opportunity to learn about outdoor education – using nature as a way of teaching pupils, especially effective for those that struggle in the classroom.Nancy Walker started as a volunteer with us five years ago when she was at the University of Sussex; within two years she was asked to be on our management committee and is now employed by the garden as a sessional… Read More »VOLUNTEERING AT THE FOREST GARDEN

MOULSECOOMB NOT A FOOD DESERT

This article which appeared in the Brighton Argus Soapbox was in reply to one about Moulsecoomb being a food desert So apparently Moulsecoomb is a food desert? It’s true that if pop to the local shops you’re unlikely to find fresh baked bread or some decent fruit and vegetables. But does that make Moulsecoomb the Sahara? Well I think Moulsecoomb is leading in the way in the City in producing fruit and vegetables. A new orchard has just been planted… Read More »MOULSECOOMB NOT A FOOD DESERT